Past Events

Events which have already happened.

FREE Instructor Training in Modified Tai Chi (Sport Taranaki, Maratahu Street, New Plymouth, from 26 Jan 2012 10:00 AM to 27 Jan 2012 04:00 PM)

A two day training course in modified tai chi to enable participants to lead group sessions. Tai chi has been proven to improve health and prevent injuries. It helps to reduce stress and improve concentration. Modified tai chi is designed to be suitable for people with chronic aches and pains, limited movement and low levels of physical activity and can really make a difference. It could be ideal for your workplace or community group! Register by 18 January or contact Kath Forde for more information (kath.forde@acc.co.nz)

Suicide Prevention Workshop (Be Safe Taranaki Centre, from 29 Nov 2011 10:00 AM to 29 Nov 2011 12:00 PM)

A workshop on Mental health promotion and suicide prevention.

Motorcycle Rider Improvement Day (Kart Sport Taranaki Track, from 18 Sep 2011 09:00 AM to 18 Sep 2011 04:00 PM)

New to Motorcycling? Returning to riding? Want to learn some new skills? Brush up on what you already know? Read on.......

World Suicide Prevention Day (Hawera town square, from 10 Sep 2011 10:00 AM to 10 Sep 2011 12:00 PM)

The Taranaki Suicide Prevention Group invites the public to a positive event which aims to celebrate life while raising awareness of suicide and what we can do to prevent it. The public event will take place at the Hawera town square between 10am and noon.

Free training opportunity for rest home staff (Sport Taranaki, Maratahu Street, New Plymouth, from 26 Aug 2011 01:00 PM to 26 Aug 2011 05:00 PM)

NPiS, Sport Taranaki and ACC are combining to offer a training session aimed at assisting rest homes to develop and maintain a structured exercise programme that will deliver positive results and real benefits for residents. Content includes • Objectives of group exercise - what you can achieve! • Green Prescription - how it can help you • Developing an exercise programme - practical issues • Music, rhythm and FUN - make your programme work • Safety - important do’s and don’ts of exercise Register to attend with Kath by 23 August

Lesley Elliott Presentation (New Plymouth District Council Chamber Liardet St New Plymouth , from 26 Jul 2011 07:30 PM to 26 Jul 2011 09:00 PM)

Taranaki Safe Families Trust presents Lesley Elliott, mother, author, campaigner against domestic violence

Safekids Planning Workshop 2011 (from 22 Jun 2011 09:30 AM to 22 Jun 2011 12:30 PM)

Safekids New Zealand will be facilitating an information and planning workshop to assist local groups in planning for local child injury prevention campaigns and projects.

E Tu Families Day (Marine Park, Waitara, from 22 Jan 2011 01:00 PM to 22 Jan 2011 04:00 PM)

 

Armed Robbery Seminar (New Plymouth Club, Gill St., from 15 Nov 2010 06:00 PM to 15 Nov 2010 08:00 PM)

An armed robbery seminar run by New Plymouth Police that will comprehensively cover the topic of armed robbery, the risks and what you can do in the event of such a situation.

Suicide Prevention Forum (NPDC Council Chamber, New Plymouth, from 10 Sep 2010 09:30 AM to 10 Sep 2010 01:00 PM)

A suicide prevention forum to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2010.

CPS Child Protection Studies Programme (Inglewood (venue to be confirmed), from 23 Aug 2010 09:00 AM to 27 Aug 2010 04:30 PM)

This 5 day programme provides communities with the skills, confidence, advice and support to keep children safe. It also provides an excellent opportunity for networking and collaboration with others who work with children in your community.

Taranaki Secondary Schools Agricultural Safety Challenge (Francis Douglas Memorial College (Agridome), from 06 Aug 2010 09:00 AM to 06 Aug 2010 02:00 PM)

A hands-on agricultural safety competition testing the knowledge and skills of agricultural students from secondary schools across Taranaki.

Safekids Planning Workshop (from 19 Jul 2010 09:30 AM to 19 Jul 2010 12:30 PM)

Safekids New Zealand will be facilitating an information and planning workshop to assist local groups in planning for local child injury prevention campaigns and projects.

Kaumatua Wellbeing Day (Owae Marae, Waitara, from 21 Apr 2010 10:00 AM to 21 Apr 2010 02:00 PM)

A fun and informative marae-based wellbeing event aimed at Kaumatua and Older People in Taranaki.

Family Sand Challenge (Ngamotu Beach, New Plymouth, from 18 Apr 2010 11:00 AM to 18 Apr 2010 02:00 PM)

A free fun day for the whole family!

Mobility Scooter Training/Wellbeing Day (Life Advance Church Hall, Ngamotu Rd, Moturoa, New Plymouth, from 31 Mar 2010 01:00 PM to 31 Mar 2010 04:00 PM)

An older persons wellbeing event including optional Mobility Scooter training delivered by the Taranaki Disability Centre

Suicide Prevention Seminar (NPDC Council Chambers, New Plymouth, from 16 Mar 2010 11:00 AM to 16 Mar 2010 01:00 PM)

A presentation addressing the challenges and opportunities for the detection, assessment, and management of suicidal patients in primary care settings by Dr Paul Quinnett, Clinical Psychologist and President and CEO of the QPR Institute.

Methanex Family Fun Ride (Ngamotu Beach, from 28 Feb 2010 09:00 AM to 28 Feb 2010 11:00 AM)

Fun bike ride in a safe environment raising funds for Sunshine Street childrens ward at Taranaki Base Hospital.

Mobility Scooter Training/Wellbeing Day (Knox Church Hall, Devon Street, Fitzroy, New Plymouth, from 24 Feb 2010 01:00 PM to 24 Feb 2010 04:00 PM)

An older persons wellbeing event including optional Mobility Scooter training delivered by Taranaki Disability Centre

Mobility Scooter Training/Wellbeing Day (Molly Ryan Rest Home, 269 Mangorei Road, New Plymouth, from 27 Jan 2010 01:00 PM to 27 Jan 2010 04:00 PM)

A community wellbeing day for older people including an optional Mobility Scooter Training session delivered by the Taranaki Disability Centre